Panasonic PV-A228 Owner's manual

Brand: Panasonic

Model: PV-A228

Category: Camcorders

Type: Owner's manual

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Operating Instructions

PV-A228

Pleasereadtheseinstructionscarefullybeforeattemptingtooperatethisproduct.Pleasesavethis manual.

Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.

Guia para rdpida consulta en espaSol estd incluida.

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Thank you for choosing Panasonic!

You havepurchasedoneofthe mostsophisticatedandreliableproductsonthe market

today.Usedproperly,itwillbringyouyearsofenjoyment.Pleasetake timetofill inthe

informationbelow.The serial numberison the taglocatedontheundersideofyour

Camcorder.Be sureto retain this manual as yourconvenientCamcorderinformation

source.

rDate of Purchase

Dealer Purchased From

Dealer Address

Dealer Phone No.

Model No.

Serial No.

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Theseaccessoriesare providedinordertosetuporuseyourCamcorder.

1 pc. AC Adaptor (PV-A17)

with DC Power CabTe

(see page 11)

1 pc. Battery Pack

(PV-BP15)

(see pages 9, 10)

1 pc. Audio/Video

Cable (VJAW0039)

(see pages 27, 37)

1 pc.ShoulderStrap

(VYCW0149)

(see page21)

1 pc. CR2025Clock

Battery0/SBW0004)

(installedinCamcorder)

(seepage 17)

1 pc.VHS PlayPak

(PV-P1NYMW0009)

andone=AA"battery

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WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Your Compact VHS Camcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play

(SP) and Super Long Play (SLP) modes. You can also play a Compact VHS

Camcorder recording on your VHS VCR using the VHS PlayPak supplied.

This Camcorderisequippedwiththe HQ Systemto provideexcellentvideopictures,

and iscompatiblewithstandardVHS equipment.

It isrecommendedthatonlycassettetapesthathavebeentestedand inspectedforuse

inVCR machineswiththe _ and/or_ markbeused.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUAUFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

This symbol warns the user that

unlnselated voltage within the unit may

have sufficient magnitude to cause electric

shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make

any kind of contact with any inside par of

this unit.

This symbol alerts the user that important

literature concerning the operation and

maintenance of this unit has been included

Therefore, it should be read carefully in

order to avoid

The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover.

FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would

void the user's authority to operate.

This device <,'omplieswith Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two con-

ditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 and part 18 of the FCC

Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference

when operated in a residential environment.

If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined

by turning the equipment off an_l_orl, use the eq_pment in another location and/or utilize an electri-

cal outlet different from that used by the receiver.

If necessary, consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You may find the

booklet, 'Something About Interference' available from FCC local regional offices helpful.

1. Read Instructions m All the safety and operating

instructions should be read before the unit is

operated.

2. Retain Instructions -- The safety and operating

instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings -- All warnings on the unit and in

the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions -- All operating and

maintenance instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning -- Unplug this video unit from the wall

outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol

cleaners. Usa a dry cloth for cleaning.

6. Attachments -- Do not use attachments not

recommended by the video product manufacturer

as they may be hazardous.

7. Water and Moisture -- Do not use this video unit

near water -- for example near a bath tub, wash

bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet

basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

8. Accassodas -- Do not place this video unit on an

unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The

video unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child

or adult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only

with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table

recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the

video unit. Any mounting of the unit should follow

the manufacturer's instructions and should use a

mounting accessory recommended by

the manufacturer. An appliance and

cart combination sho131dbe moved

with care. Quick stops, excessive

force, and uneven surfaces may

cause the appliance and cart

combination to overturn.

9. Ventilation -- Slots and openings in the cabinet are

provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable

operation of the video unit and to protect it from

overheating. These openings must not be blocked

or covered. Never place the video unit on a bed,

sofa, rug, or other similar surface, or near or over a

radiator or heat register. This video unit should not

be placed in a built-in installation such as a

bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is

provided or the manufacturer's'instructions have _

been adhered to.

10. Power Sources -- This video unit should be

operated only from the type of power source

indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure

of the type of power supply to your home, consult

your appliance dealer or local power company. For

video units intended to be operated from battery

power, or other sources, refer to the operating

instructions.

11. Grounding or Polarization -- This video unit may

be equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC

(Alternating Current) line plug (a plug having one

blade wider than the other) or 3-wire grounding

type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.

The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the power

outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you

are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try

reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact

your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do

not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

The 3-wire grounding type plug will fit into a

grounding type power outlet. This is a safety

feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the

outlet, contact your electrician to replace your

obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of

the grounding type plug.

12. Power-Cord Protection -- Power-supply cords

should be routed so that they are not likely to be

walked on or pinched by items placed upon or

against them. Paying particular attention to cords of

plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point

where they exit from the unit.

13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding -- If an outside

antenna or cable system is connected to the video

unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is

grounded so as to provide some protection against

voltage surges and built-up static charges. Part 1 of

the Canadian Electrical Code, in USA Section 810

of the National Electrical Cede, provides

information with respect to proper grounding of the

mast and supporting structure, grounding of the

lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of

grounding conductors, location of antenna

discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,

and requirements for the grounding electrode.

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14. Lightning -- For added protection of this video unit

receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left

unattended and unused for long periods of time,

unplug it from the wag outlet and disconnect the

antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage

to the video unit due to lightning and power-line

surges.

15. Power Lines -- An outside antenna system should

not be located in the vicinity of overhead power

tines or other electric light or power circuits,or

where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.

When installing an outside antenna system,

extreme care should be taken to keep from

touching such power lines or circuits as contact

with them might be fatal.

16, Ovedoading m Do not overload wall outlets and

extension cords as this can result in a dsk of fire or

electric shock.

17. Objects and Liquids -- Never push objects of any

kind into this video unit through openings as they

may touch dangerous voltage points or short out

parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.

Never spill liquid of any kind onto the video unit.

18. Servicing -- Do not attempt to service this video

unit yourself as opening or removing covers may

expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19. Damage Requiring Service m Unplug this video

unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to

qualified service personnel under the following

conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is

damaged.

b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects

have fallen Into the video unit.

c. If the video unit has been exposed to rain or

water.

d. If the video unit does not operate normally by

to,owing the operating instructions. Adjust only

those controls that are covered by the operating

instructions, as an Improper adjustment of other

controls may result in damage and will often

require extensive work by a qualified technician

to restore the video unit to its normal operation.

e. If the video unit has been dropped or the cabinet

has been damaged.

f. When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in

performance m this indicates a need for service.

20. Replacement Parts -- When replacement parts are

required, be sure the service technician has used

replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or

have the same charactodstics as the original part.

Unauthodzed substitutions may result in tire,

electric shock or other hazards.

21. Safety Check-- Upon completion of any service or

repairs to this video unit, ask the service technician

to perform safety checks to determine that the

video unit is in safe operating order.

USE & LOCATION

• TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture.

DO not connect the power supply or operate your Camcorder if it gets wet. Your Camcorder has been designed

for outdoor use, however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rein, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or

a direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the Internal pads

of your Camcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug

your Camcorder from the power supply before cleaning.

• DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMCORDER AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS.

• DO NOT LEAVE THE CAMCORDER WITH THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE

DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF.

• DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMCORDER TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as, in direct stJnllght,

inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This action.could permanently damage the internal pads of your

Camcorder. -- -

• AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm

place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit.

• DO NO3" LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.

• STORAGE OF YOUR CAMCORDER .. Store and handle your Camcorder in a manner that will not subject it to

unnecessar/movement (avoid shaking and stdldng). Your Camcorder contains a sensitiv e pick-up device which

could be damaged by improper handling or storage.

CARE

• TO CLEAN YOUR CAMCORDER _. DO not usa strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Camcorder

bo_y;-_ --°"

• TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the sudace of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial camcorder

lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating.

• TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR CAMCORDER ... Before handling your Camcorder, make sure your

hands and face are free from any chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.

Things You Should Know .................................................................................................. 2

Important Safeguards ....................................................................................................... 4

Precautions ....................................................................................................................... 5

Self Demo Mode ............................................................................................................... 7

Quick Operation Guide ..................................................................................................... 8

Supplying Power ............................................................................................................... 9

Cassette Information ....................................................................................................... 12

MENU Mode..... ............................................................................................................... 13

Setting the Clock ............................................................................................................. 14

Electronic Viewfinder Indications .................................................................................... 18

Attaching the Shoulder Strap .......................................................................................... 21

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Camera Recording..........................................................................................................22

PlayingBackyourRecordings........................................................................................26

Four-SpeedPowerZoom................................................................................................29

Backlight..........................................................................................................................29

Focus..........................................._..................................................................................30

HighSpeed Shutter.........................................................................................................31

Fade................................................................................................................................32

TallyLamp.......................................................................................................................33

IntelligentTitler................................................................................................................34

CopyingyourTapes(dubbing)........................................................................................37

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Palmcorder Accessory System ....................................................................................... 38

Palmcorder Accessory Order Form ................................................................................. 39

Notes Regarding Operations .......................................................................................... 40

Specifications .................................................................................................................. 41

Before Requesting Service ............................................................................................. 41

Index of Controls ............................................................................................................. 43

Index ............................................................................................................................... 45

Warranty ..................................... :.................................................................................... 46

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Gufa Para Use Rdpido .......................................................... 47

If the screen at right appears in the

EVF, the Self Demo mode ison. To tum

it off, please follow the steps below.

EVF Screen

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23x HI-DERNmON LENS

DEDICATED 5-HEAD

AUTO/PHRASE TITLER

l Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

Hold down the STOP button for more

than 5 seconds.

Note:

The Self Demo mode will automatically

turn Itself off if a battery is attached

(see page 9) and a cassette tape is

inserted (see page 12).

• Inserting a tape alone (or a.ttachinga

partially charged battery ) will only

temporarily tum the Self Demo mode off.

The Self Demo mode willtemporarily stop

for 30 seconds when a function key other

than Power, Manual Focus, Tape Speed

Selector, and Stillis pressed.

To tum the Self Demo mode on, follow

the steps below.

• With the DISPLAY button held down, slide

the POWER switch to CAMERA and wait

for the Self Demo screen to appear in the

EVF.

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ChargetheBatteryPackfull; beforeoperation

(see page9).

Attach a fully charged Battery

(see page 9).

Slide the TAPE EJECT switch toopen

door.

1neert cassette (see page 12).

4Press here to closedoor.

Set POWER switch to CAMERA.

Built-InLensCoveropensand POWER

Lamplights.

Slide TAPE SPEED Selector to SP or

POWER

Lamp_

SLP (see page 12).

While looking into the Viewfinder,

adjust the Vision Adjustment Control

to your eyesight.

Press RECORD/PAUSE to start

recording.

Press RECORDIPAUSE again

recording (see page 22).

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1 Set the POWER switch to VCR.

Press the REWlNDISEARCH to rewind

tape.

Press PLAY to start playback.

Press STOP to stop playback.

Charge the Battery Pack fully

before operation.

POWER

Lamp

CHARGE

Lamp

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Usethis markeras a reminderto yourself

whenthebatteryisfullychargedor in need

ofa charge.Thismarkerperformsno

function and isfor yourreferenceonly.

in the AC Adaptor.

POWER Lamp lights.

Insert the Battery

(_ Align the right side of the Battery with

the line on the AC Adaptor.

(_) Press the Battery down and slide it in

the direction of the arrow.

CHARGE Lamp lights. When charging is

done (about one hour) the lamp goes out.

Remove the Battery

Slide the Battery out and lift up.

• The useful operation time of the Battery will

gradually decrease after repeated use and

recharging. The Battery is no longer

serviceable if the operation time is very short,

even after a sufficient charge.

Note:

After recharging the Battery Pack about 5 times,

use the BATTERY REFRESH feature as

explained on page 10.

With a fully charged Battery Pack, you will h_ve a maximum of about 1 hour of

continuous use. (The actual operating time may vary due to operation conditions.)

Attach the Battery

(_ Align the Battery with the top of the

mounting surface.

(_ Press it into place until it locks with a

click.

Remove the Battery

Whileslidingthe BA'I-rERY RELEASE

button,removethe Battery.

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This feature completely discharges the Battery before recharging begins.

To maintain your Battery's operating capacity, use the refresh feature after about every five charges.

CHARGE Lamp

The POWER Lamp remains lit as long as the

AC Adaptor is plugged in.

2Place the Battery into

the AC Adaptor.

Press the BATTERY REFRESH

button.

The CHARGE Lamp flashes until

discharge is complete and then stays lit

until the Battery is fully charged.

Remove the Battery.

• Shouldyou accidentallypresstheBATTERY

REFRESH button,removethe Battery and

then re-insertitto begin charging.

-_ * It takes about5 hourswhenbothBattery

Refreshand rechargingare performed.

Caution"

• Charge only with specified charger.

• Battery can be charged within a temperature

rangeof 50° F (10 ° C) and 95° F (35 ° C).

• Battery may be warm after charging or just

after use. This is normal.

• Do not use an insufficiently charged or wom-

out Battery.

Safety precautions: -- "

• Do not get the Battery near, or dispose of in

fire.

• Do riot directly connect (short circuit) the

positive (+) and negative (-) terminals.

• Never attempt to disassemble or reassemble

the Battery.

To avoid damage to the Battery:

• Do not drop or jar Battery.

• Use Battery with specified units only.

• If Battery is used in extremely high

temperatures, a safety device will

automatically prevent operation.

To prolong battery life..

• While not in use,remove Battery from the

Camcorderand AC Adaptorand store in a

•cool,dark, dryplace.

• Keep Battery terminalsclean.

U.S.A. CONSUMERS:

ATTENTION: ]

The product you have purchased is powered by a nickel cadmium battery which is

recyclabis. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it is illegal to

dispose of this battery into your municipal waste stream. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY

for information on how to recycle this battery.

DC Power Cable

DC IN 1 Connect VCR DC OUT on the

POWER Lamp _ Connector AC Adaptor to DC IN on the

I ._---_-_-_ Camcordar with the DC Power

C ,e(su ed).

,u0,nAO,,or.

• The POWER Lamp will light.

Notes:

• AC Adaptor cannot be used to power the Camcordar while charging the Battery.

• While not in use, unplug the AC Adaptor from the AC outlet. (When plugged into an AC outlet, the

AC Adaptor consumes 1.2W of electric power when not in use.)

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DC IN

Connector

Car Battery Cord

(opUonal)

Cigarette Lighter

Socket (1:

Cigarette

Lighter Plug

Connect a PV-C16 Car Battery Cord

(optional) to DC IN on the Camcorder.

First, start your car engine, and then

insert the Car Battery Cord plug into

your cigarette lighter sockeL

• A fuse is located in the lighter plug end of

the cord.

Should fuse replacement be necessary

use the exact current ratlr)g (in amps).

Notes:

• This cord can only be used in vehicles

equipped with DC 12V (negative ground)

batteries. Use only the specified car battery

cord. If you are not sure, check with your local

car/truck dealer.

• To avoid blowing the fuse, be sure to start your

car engine before inserting the cigarette lighter

plug of the Car Battery Cord into the lighter

socket.

• Because the car is running while your

Camcorder is in operation, make sure-

' you're in a well ventilated area.

• Disconnect the cigarette lighter plug when

your Camcorder is not being used.

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1 um the Tape Wheel in the direction

of the arrow until there is no slack.

Attach the Battery (see page 9).

Slide the TAPE EJECT switch

to open the door.

_lnsert the cassette vertically

with its window side facing

out.

Press here to close the door.

• To remove the cassette, slide the TAPE EJECT switch.

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TAPE SPEED Selector

Use tapes with the _ mark in this unit.

Tape Speed Selector

Position

SP (StandardPlay)

SLP (Super LongPlay)

Cassette type

T-20 T-30 T-40

20 minutes 30 minutes 40 minutes

1hour 1 hour 2 hours

30 minutes

• SLPmayhave slightlymorepicturenoiseduringplayback.

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Cassettes have a record tab to ensure that recordings are not accidentally erased.

f 1 To prevent accidental erasure,

"_"_"i-_.J_ "_ _ break off the tab with a screwddver.

______ (If slide type, slide tab open.)

_"__ _ I_.___ ('-" 2To record again,

1_,,'_.",_>_ _,__ cover the hole with adhesive tape.

_'_:_Slide tab""_type _ (If slide type, slide tab closed.)

DISPLAY

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-STAND-BYRELEASE ; OFF

,CLOCKSET

SELECT: PUSH VIA KEY

SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY

END : PUSH MENU KEY ._

Before you begin...

• Connect the Camcorder to a power source.

• Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

Press the MENU button to display

the MENU mode.

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Press UP • or DOWN Y repeatedly

to select a menu item.

Press the DISPLAY button to set your

selection.

Press the MENU button to exit the

Menu mode.

Note:

• The Camcorderwillexitthe Menu modeif,

after activation,noneofthe UP/DOWN(AUV),

DISPLAY, orMENU buttonsare pressed

within5 minutes.

(_ PROGRAMMED REC (see page 25).

You can program the Camcorder to

start and stop recording at a preset

time.

(_) TITLE (see pages 34-36).

AUTO/MANUAL : 16 items

PHRASE o : 1Oitems

(_) TALLY LAMP (see page 33).

The Tally Lamp comes on during

recording when set to ON.

(_ STAND-BY RELEASE (see page 23).

To resume recording from Stand-by

mode, when set to ON.

(_) CLOCK SET (see pages 14--16).

To set the clock,select CLOCI__SET.

Setting the clock is divided into four sections: Time Zone, Daylight Saving Time, Date

and Time, and Clock Battery. Follow instructions in the order presented.

Before you begin...

The Camcorderisset to Eastem time

zone at thefactory.Ifyou live,or are

traveling,in a differenttimezone, follow

the stepsto selectthe appropriatetime

zone fromthemenu screen.

• Connect the Camcorder to a power source.

• Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

Note:

• When the POWER switch is set to VCR. the

CLOCK SET menu will be displayed.

• The Camcorder's clock may lose or gain up

to two minutes per month. Please adjust as

necessary (refer to page 16).

DISPLAY

Time Zone chart

- Note:

When you traveloutsidethe eighttimezone I

chart-above,please setthe clockmanually

(see page 16).

Press the MENU button to display

the MENU mode. Press UP • or

atedly to select

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Press the DISPLAY button to display

the CLOCK SET menu. Press UP • or

DOWN • repeatedly to select

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Press the DISPLAY button to display

the SELECT TIME ZONE menu. Press

UP • or DOWN • repeatedly to

select desired time zone.

Press the DISPLAY button to fix the

Time Zone. The CLOCK SET menu

appears. Press the MENU button to

display the MENU.

To exit from the MENU mode, press

the MENU button.

Theclockwillautomaticallyadjusttodaylightsavingtime:.'-

_ efore you begin...

• Connectthe Camcordertoa power source.

• Set the POWERswitchto CAMERA.

[- Note:

J. When the POWER switchissetto VCR, the

l CLOCK SET menuwill be displayed.

I • Daylightsavingtime featurewillnotfunction

L iftime zoneissetto Hawaiior Samoa.

DISPLAY

Spring (First Sunday in April):

In DAYLIGHTSAVING TIME: AUTO mode,

the clockisautomaticallymovedahead one

hour.

1:00 a.m. 2:00 a.m.

INormalTime ; : _- -

JDa_ght SavingJ : -

JTime I 3:00 a.m. 4:00 a.m.

Autumn (Last Sunday in October):

In DAYLIGHTSAVING TIME: AUTO mode,

the clockisautomaticallytumed backone

hour.

I DaylightSaving11:_ a.m. 2:00a.m.

Time I - .'-

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1:00 a.m. 2:00 a.m.

Press the MENU button to display the

MENU mode. Press UP • or DOWN •

repeatedly to sel_.

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Press the DISPLAY button to display

the CLOCK SET menu. Press UP • or

DOWN • repeatedly to sel__

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_,END : PUOI MENU KEY •

3P_ss the DISPLAY button to display

the DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME menu.

Press UP • or DOWN • to select

AUTO or OFF.

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Press the DISPLAY button to fix the

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME setting.

The CLOCK SET menu appears.

Press the MENU button to display the

MENU.

To exit from the MENU mode, press

the MENU button.

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The date and time are calculated, including

leap year, up to DEC 31 2096.

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Before you begin...

• Connectthe Csmcordertos powersource.

• Set the POWERswitchto CAMERA.

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• When the POWER switch Is set to VCR, the

CLOCK SET menu will be displayed.

Press the MENU button to display

the MENU mode. Press UP • or

atedly to select

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ISET : PUm,IiXSI'LAY KEel

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Press the DISPLAY button to display

the CLOCK SET menu. Press UP •

or DOWN • repeatedly to select

.- - CLOCKSET ---

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ISET : PU_I OI_LAY KEYI

Press the DISPLAY button to display

the DATE/TIME SETTING menu.

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: PUSH DISR.AY I_

Press UP • or DOWN • repeatedly

(or hold down) to enter the desired

numbers, then press the DISPLAY

button to fix that portion and move on.

Adjust the flashing digits for the hour,

minute, month, day, and year.

When you finish seffing the year, the

clock starts operating, and the CLOCK

SET menu appears.

Press the MENU button to display the

MENU.

To exit from the MENU mode, press

the MENU button.

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The date and time operates on a miniature

battery preinstalled in the underside of your

Camcorder.

While pinching the stopper tabs,

pull the Battery Tray out of the

Battery Compartment.

Underside View

Remove the Battery by bending the

locking tab outward.

Place the new Battery into the Battery

tray with the _ mark facing down.

Press down until it snaps into place.

..... • Do notreversethe polarity.

Insert the Battery Tray until both

triangle marks meet.

_ WARNING:

lace battery with Panasonic PART NO.

W0004. (CR2025) only. Use of another

ery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

tion;battery may explode if mistreated.

ose of used battery promptly. Keep away

children. Do not recharge, disassemble or

ose of in fire.

Note:

• Make sure your Camcorder is off when

replacing the Battery.

• Keep the Battery out of the reach of children

as swallowing it may be harmful.

• Improperly installed, discharged, or missing

battery will cause "CLOCK BATTERY' to

appear when the DISPLAY button is pressed.

• Battery life is approximately 5 years.

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The tape remaining and battery charge level can be displayed during recording.

l_t the POWER

switch to CAMERA.

Press DISPLAY repeatedly

to select the desired display.

EVF Indications

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Fifth Rrst

k _" "" J4b:.

BatteryCharge Tape pre_l i1==_= / press

(Initial screen) _1

Remaining: Remaining:

FULL 1 U _ FULL

I=] _ Fourth I Second

EMP'I'__-;¢-_E TY press t 1,'pr:s

• It will take several seconds for the tape / press _=c

remaining indicator-to operate after the

tape starts moving.

• ,W4 IlllN

Set the POWER

switch to CAMERA. l

When placed in

Record mode, the

time and date will be

recorded on the

tape.

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Press DISPLAY

1 ce*°chan, 1

.r=__ the display to date _

only. Press once

or twice more to

remove the date/

time display.

FoNote: -- .

nlythe Date and/or Time indications are recorded on the Tape. I

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This feature allows you to remove all Electronic Viewfinder

Indications except Intelligent Titler (see pages 34-36). /"

Before inserting a tape, press DISPLAY and STOP l

together for more than one second to remove the

{

indications except time and date*.

To display the Electronic Viewfinder Indications again, _, , 1_

turn the Camcorder Power off and then on again.

* To remove the time and date, press the DISPLAY button

repeatedly.

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(]) Battery Remaining Indication -_- (see page 18)

When a I:mtteryrecharge is necessary, "WARNING LOW BATTERY" will

appear in the EVF. The extemal Power Lamp will start to flash and the

Camcorder will automatica!ly tum OFF in 15 seconds.

(_ Tape Remaining Indication

• If the Camcorder is in the camera mode, (RECORD) with no cassette tape

inserted, or the record tab is missing, "I;";I- will flash for one minute and

aCHECK TAPE" will appear for 5 seconds.

• As the tape reaches the end during recording, -I;';I- will flash and "TAPE

END" will appea_for 5 seconds as a waming.

(_ 10-Second Reminder

An elapsed time indicator appears one second for every 10 seconds that

recording continues. This is a reminder of how long you have been shooting a

particular scene and can help keep your recordings fresh and interesting.

0:(X} 0:10 0:20 ..... 59:50

'F I

(return to 0:00 and continue)

(_) TAPE SPEED Indication (see page 12)

Indicates the tape speed (SP or SLP).

(_) Operating Mode Indicati-on,;s

REC (record)

(Appears in large then small characters.)

PAUSE

(Appears in large then small characters.)

FF (fast forward)

PLAY

REW (rewind)

• The 10-Second Reminder will reset to 0:00

whenever you press the RECORD/PAUSE

button.

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(_) Zoom Magnification level (see page 29).

(_ High Speed Shutter Indication (see page 31).

_) VCR-MODE Indication

Appears for one minute if the POWERswitch is set to VCR or the RECORD/PAUSE

button is pushed in VCR MODE.

(_ DEW Indication

If excessive moisture condenses in the unit, "WARNING DEW DETECTED" will

appear, Power Lamp will flash, and the Camcorder will automatically turn OFF in 15

seconds.

Wait until the indicator no longer flashes when your Camcorder is turned on before

use.

_]) Date and Time Indication (see page 16).

_) Backlight Indication (see page 29).

_) Manual Focus Indication (see page 30).

(_ Fade Indication (see page 32).

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Panasonic PV-A228 Owner's manual

Brand: Panasonic

Model: PV-A228

Category: Camcorders

Type: Owner's manual

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